Kentucky Bar Ass'n v. Zimmerman

Summary

The Kentucky Supreme Court permanently disbarred Charles H. Zimmerman after finding him guilty of multiple violations involving neglect of client matters, failure to communicate, dishonesty, noncompliance with court and disciplinary authorities, and practicing while suspended. The court adopted the Board of Governors' recommendation, ordered Zimmerman to pay disciplinary costs, and required notice to courts and clients.

Holdings

1. The Supreme Court of Kentucky adopted the Board of Governors' findings that Zimmerman was guilty of all counts in the six disciplinary files.
2. Zimmerman was permanently disbarred from the practice of law in Kentucky and was prohibited from applying for reinstatement.
3. Zimmerman was ordered to pay $1,235.29 in disciplinary costs and, within ten days of entry of the order, notify courts and clients in writing that he could not provide further legal services.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the Board of Governors' findings of misconduct in the six disciplinary files should be adopted.
2. Whether permanent disbarment, with no eligibility to apply for reinstatement, was the appropriate sanction.
3. Whether Zimmerman should be assessed the costs of the disciplinary proceedings and required to notify courts and clients of his inability to provide further legal services.

Disposition

other